Michael Brown, MD
NPI 1306874276 · Family Medicine Physician · Waynesville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Brown, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Waynesville, NC (NPI 1306874276).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1306874276
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35285 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,939 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 613 | $118 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99490 | 520 | $59 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 336 | $9 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 252 | $17 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 248 | $119 |
| Chronic Care Management Services for Two Or More Chronic Conditions, First 30 Minutes Provided Personally By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month99491 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 197 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 538 | 51 |
| Alprazolam | 500 | 65 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 461 | 106 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 389 | 98 |
| Gabapentin | 348 | 70 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 332 | 54 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,829 across 93 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-29
- Last updated
- 2008-12-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Brown's NPI number?
- Michael Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306874276, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Brown's specialty?
- Michael Brown is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Brown located?
- Michael Brown's practice location on file with NPPES is 1088 Brown Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786-1918.
- What is Michael Brown's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Brown is (828) 456-2828.
- Does Michael Brown accept Medicare?
- Michael Brown is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Brown's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Brown's NPI (1306874276) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-12-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.